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R576 YVG

1997 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,574 mi
Last recorded46,574 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR576 YVG
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 46,574 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 44,500 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 42,018 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 41,335 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 36,324 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 35,524 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 34,241 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 34,241 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 32,517 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 31,834 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 30,957 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 29,459 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 29,451 miles

Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 29,414 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 28,813 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 28,481 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 27,035 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 25,199 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 24,127 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 24,127 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2005 21,108 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2005 21,108 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the BMW R850?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,046
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 187
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 118
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
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R576 YVG is a 1997 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 36,749 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 187 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R576 YVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R850 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this BMW R850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R576 YVG registered?

R576 YVG is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R576 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R576 YVG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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